Quote:
'He who works with his hands is a laborer. He who works with his hands and his head is a craftsman. He who works with his hands and his head and his heart is an artist"
(Louis Nizer)
Name:
Andrew
Location:
Withnell Fold, Chorley
What do you like about LAS:
Having been a member for over 2 years now, I like meeting fellow artists and getting tips and tricks from them, I really enjoy the demonstration events, I’ve learnt so much from being a member and the people are fantastic.
Mediums used:
Watercolour
Favourite artists:
L.S. Lowry, old masters like Leonardo da Vinci, Botticelli, Goya, etc. But the Pre-Raphaelites, like Dante Gabriel Rossetti, William Holman Hunt, John Everett Millais are my favourites.
Art style:
Landscapes, wildlife and some portraits
Inspired by:
Nature and travel
History:
Since graduating from art college many years ago I have worked as a Graphic Designer ever since. I rediscovered my love for painting in 2023/4 using watercolours.
Achievements:
Proud to have exhibited at Skipton Art in the Pen in 2025 and sold lots of original watercolours and prints. I won Best in Show, Public Choice and Members Choice awards in December 2025 at the annual LAS exhibition at The Coach House Gallery, Astley Park.
